How To Fix RSEC264 - Characteristic dimensions cannot be created multiple times

RSEC264 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Characteristic dimensions cannot be created multiple times

What causes this issue?

Only normal characteristics with its naming convention are allowed.
Otherwise navigation attributes with the separator__ (two underscores).
InfoSet characteristic names are not allowed in authorization
maintenance. These need to be changed in their underlying names because
they can change during transport and then be removed during the check.
The existing error also occurs when you try to create the same
authorization dimension twice.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Consult the value help (F4) to select the possible authorization
relevant characteristics.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC264 - Characteristic dimensions cannot be created multiple times ?

  The SAP error message RSEC264, which states "Characteristic dimensions cannot be created multiple times," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or modify a characteristic that is already defined in the system. This error is related to the data modeling aspect of SAP BW, particularly when dealing with InfoObjects and their dimensions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Characteristic Definition: The error arises when there is an attempt to create a characteristic dimension that already exists in the system. Each characteristic can only be defined once in a particular context.
  Incorrect Data Model Configuration: If the data model is not configured correctly, it may lead to attempts to create duplicate dimensions.
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, if changes are transported from one system to another, it may lead to inconsistencies that cause this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: Verify if the characteristic you are trying to create already exists in the system. You